NPORS Material Re - Handler (N722)

Description

Overview

This course is for candidates who are required to operate 360 re handlers to lift, move and transport materials. This course will give the candidate the required knowledge and skills to carry this task out safely and efficiently.

Course Content

Candidates will be able to:

• Understand the industry, the dangers of working in the industry and their responsibilities as a plant operator
• Understand the manufacturer’s handbook for the particular machine to be used
• Locate and identify the major components of the machine and explain their functions
• Locate and identify steering, driving and braking controls and explain their functions
• Conduct all pre-operational checks in accordance with manufacturer’s and legislative requirements
• Safely mount and dismount the machine
• Start and stop the engine and safely move the machine off and stop it safely
• Configure the machine for travel and manoeuvre it safely across varying terrain in open and confined areas
• Conduct all necessary safety checks at the work area
• Manoeuvre the machine to the work area and correctly configure in readiness to carry out processing tasks
• Carry out processing task
• Load material onto transporting vehicles, containers or processing plant
• Fit and remove attachments
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of loading and unloading procedures for machine transportation
• Carry out all end of shift and shut down procedures

Entry Requirements

NPORS CSCS – Candidates must have achieved the relevant CITB Health, Safety & Environment (HS&E) touch-screen-test within 2 years.

Good understanding of spoken and written English.

Duration

Novice course – 5 days

Experienced worker tests – 1 day theory and practical assessment

Location

Customer Site (Training & Testing) – Site must adhere to NPORS specifications